Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aschersonioides
ID:
1250131

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 76: 37. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249469



Common Names

  • Aschersonioides Pavonia
  • Pavonia aschersonioides
  • Aschersonioides


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Description

Pavonia aschersonioides (also called Pavonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a woody stem, native to South America. It grows in open grasslands and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pavonia aschersonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pavonia aschersonioides is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petalled, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pavonia aschersonioides is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It should be pruned regularly to encourage bushy growth.

Where to Find Pavonia aschersonioides

Pavonia aschersonioides is native to Mexico and Central America.

Pavonia aschersonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pavonia aschersonioides?

Pavonia aschersonioides

What are the common names of Pavonia aschersonioides?

Ascherson's Pavonia, Pavonia

What is the natural habitat of Pavonia aschersonioides?

Pavonia aschersonioides is native to South America, specifically Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Species in the Pavonia genus

Pavonia castaneifolia, Pavonia rotundifolia, Pavonia sepioides, Pavonia sepium, Pavonia serrata, Pavonia sidifolia, Pavonia somalensis, Pavonia schiedeana, Pavonia schimperiana, Pavonia senegalensis, Pavonia schweinfurthii, Pavonia semiserrata, Pavonia papilionacea, Pavonia paucibracteata, Pavonia penduliflora, Pavonia paniculata, Pavonia paludicola, Pavonia peruviana, Pavonia propinqua, Pavonia purpusii, Pavonia pleuranthera, Pavonia pirottae, Pavonia procumbens, Pavonia zeylanica, Pavonia stolzii, Pavonia triloba, Pavonia steudneri, Pavonia urens, Pavonia fonsecana, Pavonia falconensis, Pavonia firmiflora, Pavonia friisii, Pavonia dasypetala, Pavonia fruticosa, Pavonia gossweileri, Pavonia geminiflora, Pavonia fryxelliana, Pavonia fryxellii, Pavonia gallaensis, Pavonia brevibracteolata, Pavonia burchellii, Pavonia calycina, Pavonia cancellata, Pavonia candida, Pavonia baumliana, Pavonia blepharicarpa, Pavonia cristata, Pavonia cochensis, Pavonia columella, Pavonia malacophylla,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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